| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | T | ODDS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MIN | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 10 |
| TB | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | +100 |
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Minnesota Twins Look to Continue Momentum Against Tampa Bay Rays in Second Game of Series
The Minnesota Twins secured a 4-3 victory in the opening game of their series against the Tampa Bay Rays, and now both teams are gearing up for the middle game of the set in the Twin Cities. Taj Bradley will be taking the mound for the Twins, while the Rays will counter with their own starting pitcher. With Tampa Bay listed as the betting favorite at -122, it remains to be seen whether they can square things up or if Minnesota will come out on top to secure a series victory. Stay tuned for our Rays vs. Twins prediction.
Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Twins +108 | Rays -122
- Spread: Twins +1.5 (-151) | Rays -1.5 (+126)
- Total: Over/Under 9.5 (-110)
- Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Tampa Bay will win straight-up is 55%.
Minnesota vs Tampa Bay Stats
Minnesota Twins
The Tampa Bay Rays secured a victory in the finale of their series against the Athletics, improving their season record to 48-40 and tying for second place in the AL East. They had a strong offensive performance against the Twins, finishing with eight hits. Zack Littell pitched well, but it was Kevin Kelly who took the loss in relief. Taj Bradley will be starting for the Rays in their upcoming game, with a 5-6 record and a 4.79 ERA for the season. In contrast, the Minnesota Twins have a power ranking of 6 and are ranked 7th in offense, scoring an average of 4.78 runs per game. Defensively, they are ranked 12th, allowing an average of 3.99 runs per game against them. The Twins currently hold a 48-40 record for the season.
Tampa Bay Rays Analysis
The Minnesota Twins secured a victory in the opening game of a series against the Tampa Bay Rays, winning for just the second time in their last six games. Harrison Bader played a key role in the game, hitting two homers including a walk-off shot in the bottom of the ninth. Chris Paddack had a strong pitching performance, but the win ultimately went to Louie Varland in relief. The Twins have yet to name a starter for the next game, but Connor Gillispie is expected to make his seventh start of the season and his Twins' debut. Tampa Bay Rays currently have a power ranking of 30 and are ranked #22 for offense and #18 for defense. Minnesota has won two out of their last three matchups against Tampa Bay.
Minnesota Twins Pitching Uncertain for Upcoming Game Against Tampa Bay Rays
The pitching situation for this upcoming contest is currently uncertain, as the Minnesota Twins have not confirmed their starting pitcher. Potential candidates include Gillispie, Jose Urena, or Kody Funderburk, in place of Bailey Ober who is dealing with a hip injury. On the other hand, Bradley, the probable starting pitcher for the opposing team, has struggled in recent performances but has maintained a decent performance in the major leagues this season. The Tampa Bay lineup is strong and showed promising potential in their previous game against Minnesota. It is anticipated that the Rays will bounce back in this match and potentially secure a victory to even the series.
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